Goldenrod | Solidago canadensis
Goldenrod has showy yellow flowers that grow on drooping panicle branches that bloom late summer to fall. The flowers are valuable to butterflies, bees, and other insects. It is a very fast growing rhizomatous plant that forms dense bright patches on open land.
Plant Details
| Habitats | Upland Prairie and Savanna, Wet Prairie |
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| Habitat Notes | Typically found on historic farmlands, pastures, fields, thickets, prairies, waste areas and roadsides. Quickly spreading rhizomatous plant, tolerant of some but not full shade. |
| Phenology | Perennial; flowering June-October |
| Mature Height | 4-5' |
| Shade Preference | Full sun |
| Soil Tolerance | Moist, slightly acidic, well-drained soils |
| Special Uses | Provides vital pollen & nectar for butterflies, bees and other insects; Deer resistant |
